Senior Cloud Infrastructure Architect (Wintel & Hybrid Cloud)

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cloud Infrastructure Architect to take ownership of our enterprise-scale hybrid cloud environment. This senior role requires a professional with deep, hands-on expertise in Wintel platforms (Windows Server, VMware) and modern public clouds (Azure & AWS). You will be responsible for designing resilient, secure, and automated infrastructure, leading critical migration projects, and serving as the ultimate technical authority for our hybrid systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Architecture & Design

• Architect, implement, and govern robust hybrid cloud solutions bridging Azure IaaS/PaaS, AWS, and on-premises data centres.

• Design and optimise core cloud services (Compute, Networking, Storage, Kubernetes) with a focus on security, performance, and cost-efficiency.

• Develop and own the technical roadmap for infrastructure modernisation and cloud adoption.
  
  

2. Wintel, Virtualisation & Storage Leadership

• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert for the enterprise Windows Server stack (Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy, Clustering, RDS).

• Administer, troubleshoot, and optimise large-scale VMware vSphere and vSAN environments.

• Manage enterprise-grade storage (NetApp/Pure/Dell) and data protection systems (Veeam/NetBackup).
  
  

3. Project Leadership: Migration & Modernisation

• Lead the full lifecycle of complex cloud migration and modernisation programmes, from assessment to execution.

• Define migration strategies (lift-and-shift, re-platform, refactor) and ensure on-time, risk-managed delivery.

• Collaborate with application and security teams to ensure seamless workload transitions.
  
  

4. Operational Excellence: Security, Backup & Disaster Recovery

• Design and validate comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans for hybrid infrastructure.

• Implement and enforce security best practices across identity (RBAC), data, and network layers.

• Ensure all systems comply with internal security policies and external audit requirements.
  
  

5. Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

• Champion the adoption of Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible for consistent, auditable deployments.

• Develop advanced automation via PowerShell/Python to eliminate manual operations and improve reliability.

• Create and maintain meticulous technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks.
  
  

6. Technical Leadership & Mentorship

• Act as the final point of escalation for critical infrastructure issues, providing expert-level troubleshooting.

• Mentor and upskill infrastructure engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence.

• Manage relationships with key technology vendors and service providers.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience:A minimum of10 yearsin enterprise infrastructure roles, with at least5 yearsspecialising in designing and managingMicrosoft AzureandAWSenvironments.

• Core Technical Mastery:

  • Wintel & Virtualisation:Expert-level knowledge of Windows Server (2016-2022), Active Directory, and VMware vSphere.

  • Cloud Platforms:Deep, hands-on experience architecting solutions with Azure and AWS, including networking and security.

  • Storage & Data Protection:Proven experience with enterprise storage (NetApp/Pure) and backup solutions (Veeam/NetBackup).
    
    

• Automation & DevOps:High proficiency inPowerShellandTerraform. Practical experience withAnsibleand a strong IaC mindset.

• Professional Skills:Exceptional problem-solving, stakeholder management, and communication skills in English. Proven ability to lead complex technical projects from conception to completion. A track record of mentorship and technical leadership.